Reviews of Nikon D3100

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Reviewed on 2016-10-17

If you're not tied into a system, the choice of cameras can seem bewildering.In this article, I'm going to take a look at the two manufacturer's entry-level cameras -- the Canon T3 and the Nikon D3100. Which is the better buy? I'll take a look at the key...

Nikon gained significant traction with this years crop of video-capable DSLRs—the Nikon D3100 included. The 1080p video performance was better than previous models, and the features were solid in video mode, but the camera was still not on the same leve...

The Nikon D3100 represents the entry point for Nikon’s current DSLR lineup, featuring a 10-megapixel CMOS sensor, 2.8fps shooting, and beginner-friendly features such as Nikon’s “guide” mode. The D3100 is aimed squarely at those looking to just get in...

The Nikon D3100 ups the D3000’s megapixel ante from 10.2 megapixels to 14.2, adds Live View, video capture, and support for all functions of AI-P Nikkor lenses except autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II. For a comparison of the major features o...

The Nikon D3100 is a great little hybrid digital SLR camera for users who haven't used an SLR before. It's relatively small, has a comfortable body, and includes some built-in guides that can help you take the type of shot you're after. These guides c...

The D3100 is Nikon's latest entry-level DSLR camera which brings full 1080p HDTV video recording with autofocus to DSLRs. This is a relatively compact DSLR camera with a 14 megapixels sensor, a Nikon electronic-only lens mount and most features usually...

The D3100 turns in a solid performance wiith good image and color quality. Video recording mode has some limitations. Arriving in the marketplace about mid September 2010, the D3100 became Nikon's new entry-level DSLR. While the D3000 and D5000 rem...

Just a step above its other entry-level DSLR camera (the D3000), Nikon's new D3100 has some fresh features that make it a very attractive DLSR option for photographers who are starting out. Notable features include 1080p high-definition video and conti...

This review got off to a bad start: the DX format camera arrived just before a long holiday break… without a battery and fitted with a less than ideal (for review purposes) f4.5/55-300mm lens (equivalent to 82.5-450mm on an SLR). So it just sat on the...

by Mike Tomkins and Shawn BarnettThe entry-level Nikon D3000 digital SLR has sold well, according to Nikon, since it was introduced in mid-2009; and after a modest $50 decrease in list pricing at the start of this year, spent several months as the dominan...

The D3100 is Nikon's entry-level digital SLR, priced from just $699 with an 18 - 55 mm lens. The D3100 is a very user-friendly camera, with help screens and a unique "guide mode" that literally spells out what you need to do in order to get the shot y...

The Nikon D3100 is an entry-level digital SLR camera boasting 14.2-megapixels and full HD movies. Successor to the popular D3000 model, the new D3100 features full-time auto-focusing in both Live View and D-movie modes, a Quiet Shutter Release mode, a...

The Nikon D3100 is an entry-level DSLR with a 14.2-megapixel DX format sensor, which captures great still images, as well as 1080p HD video. The D3100 sits at the low-end of Nikon’s DSLR line-up and is surprisingly affordable given its feature set.Nik...

14.2 megapixel sensor with low noise, Lowest price DSLR with full HD Video, Very good ISO performance, Good battery life, Excellent video, Easy to use with built in guide, Quiet shutter – with additional quiet live view option, Nikon D3100:

Only autofocuses with AF-S lenses, Continuous shooting not available with flash, 3fps continuous shooting beginning to look dated

The Nikon D3100 is Nikon’s latest “entry level” Digital SLR; however, if you look at the features you wouldn’t think so. The D3100 features full HD video recording, 3 inch screen, 14.2 megapixel sensor, ISO12800, and 11 focusing points, as well as a b...

Relatively expensive for an entry-level DSLR, Continuous AF in movies can be slow and noisy, No bracketing, DOF preview or AF with non AF-S lenses, Changing multiple settings requires many clicks.

Nikon's D3100 is the company's latest entry-level DSLR. Announced in August 2010, it's the successor the best-selling D3000 and makes several key upgrades to that model. Most notably the new D3100 now features Live View and video recording facilities ...

Ho-hum–another new DSLR that shoots HD video. That was our reaction at the announcement of this new Nikon geared for first-timers to interchangeable lens ranks. And yet there’s something unique about this camera we’ll share with you in a click or two…...

Video Review: When it comes to a high quality DSLR, look no further than Nikon and their new D3100 with a 14.2 megapixel sensor, X Speed 2 image processor and video recording. Kevin Pereira and Milynn Sarley explore the $650 DSLR kit to review its new ...

Nikon D3100 High ISO Noise previewWhat follows is a preview page from our forthcoming full review of the Nikon D3100. Also see our D3100 Movie samples. All samples taken with final production cameras. Check back soon for our in-depth review which will ...

Inexpensive. Great image quality. Large 3-inch LCD. Continuous autofocus during still and video shooting. Helpful Guide mode for new users. Small body (for a D-SLR).

Audible noise from lens when refocusing during video recording. No microphone input.

The 14.2-megapixel Nikon D3100 is a great entry-level digital SLR, and at $699.95 (list, with 18-55mm lens) it's the least-expensive D-SLR to capture 1080p video. It also includes a feature no other D-SLR has—continuous autofocus during video recording...

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